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Sandycove, Co. Dublin

Sandycove is an area of Dublin, Ireland. It is south of DÃºn Laoghaire and Glasthule, but north of Dalkey. It is a popular Seaside resort.

Sandycove is well known for its gentlemen's bathing place, the Forty Foot, which in the past afforded a quiet swimming haven for males only. This remains a popular bathing place but now, mixed bathing is permissible.

James Joyce lived for a time in a Martello Tower situated beside the Forty Foot bathing place at Sandycove. The opening scene of Joyce's Ulysses is set in this tower, which now hosts a small Joycean museum, open in summer time. Bloomsday is celebrated in Sandycove in Joyce's honour on the 16th of June every year.

Near to the tower, on the seafront, is the unique landmark house designed in the Avant Garde style by Michael Scott, eminent 20th century Architect who made it his residence.The above text is an extract from a recent revision of the Wikipedia article Sandycove, which is released under the Creative Commons Attribution-Share-Alike License 3.0

Things to See and Do in Sandycove

The Joyce Tower, Sandycove, Co. Dublin, Ireland
Originally built as a defence against the expected Napoleonic invasion, this "Martello Tower" now houses a museum dedicated to the life and works of James Joyce.

Sandycove Websites and Links of Interest

Bed and Breakfasts (B&Bs) in Sandycove

24 Sandycove Road, Dun Laoghaire, Dublin, Co. Dublin
Tara Hall guest house is located close to Dun Laoghaire seafront and a 5-minute walk to the DART light rail. Tara Hall offers free car parking and Wi-Fi in this regency style house dating back to 1800's.

3 Islington Avenue, Sandycove, Dun Laoghaire, Co. Dublin
Dating back to 1830, the family-run Windsor Lodge B&B is situated just around the corner from Dun Laoghaire’s famous seafront and promenade. This Victorian home offers free Wi-Fi throughout and free onsite parking.

3 Glasthule Road, Sandycove, Dublin 4, Co. Dublin
Juggy's Well is a family run restaurant with a reputation for offering great home-cooked food. Take time to relax and unwind in the friendly atmosphere of Juggy's Well, where you can enjoy breakfast, delicious lunches with freshly prepared soups &amp

64 Glasthule Road, Sandycove, Dublin 4, Co. Dublin
The aroma of fresh coffee, the smell of home baking, a relaxing ambience and nice simple food are part of what creates a welcoming atmosphere. Whether you want coffee and a cake, some warming soup or a salad with a glass of wine, the 64Wine Cafe has